Intro to EQ7. Whether you already own an EQ7 and have been shy about using it, or maybe you have been wanting to buy an EQ7 but didn’t know if it was right software for you, this class will be a perfect stepping stone in helping you get started on using EQ7. This designing software is widely used for hobbyist and professionals alike, helping them in fabric selection and quilt design process. A notepad, a pen, and a laptop with EQ7 installed and running is recommended for the class. However, those without the software are welcome to sign up for this class as well – most things will be shown over the projector. No previous experience required.

Corner Beam Magic – A great tool from Studio 180 Design, the Corner Beam tool allows you to get the accuracy that you never had before when making this unit! The tool allows you to make corner beam units in 11 different sizes, ranging from 1” to 6” in half an inch increments. Students will leave the class feeling confident using the tool, and will have many of the blocks made that are needed to make this beautiful quilt – Whispers of Lapland! The finished quilt measures 36” x 36”. Supplies: Basic sewing supplies including a sewing machine. Students will also need to bring their own material to make the quilt top. A materials list will be available at a later date. Kit fee: $25 kit fee will include a Corner Beam tool by Studio 180 Design and instructions to make the quilt top – payable to the instructor in the beginning of the class. (See linked photo.)

About Raija:
Raija was born and raised in Eno, a quaint little town in Eastern Finland. Raija met her soul mate and the love of her life while studying in the US.
Though avidly sewing since elementary school, quilting was something Raija didn’t know anything about prior to moving to the States. The moment she saw her first quilt it was love at first sight. Raija’s desire to become a quilt pattern designer started almost immediately, and her pattern company – Quilters’ Treasure Chest was born in 2004 Her designs have been featured in multiple national publications. Raija loves tools that make accuracy easier, so it’s no surprise she is a certified Studio 180 Design instructor. She enjoys lecturing at guilds and teaching workshops and currently resides in Arkansas.

We’ve been asked if there is an official congress hotel. There is not. The good news: congress central is located in central Rogers at Southside Church of Christ, 919 S. Dixieland Road. That’s just east of the shopping/entertainment district in west Rogers and just west of Historic Downtown Rogers which is home to many fine restaurants and stores. The other good news: there is no Razorback game on congress weekend and War Eagle Fair and Bike, Blues BBQ will be over, so hotel rooms should be plentiful and well priced.
Here is a list of hotels within a couple of miles of congress central:Embassy Suites Northwest Arkansas Aloft Hotel Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Hampton Inn Residence Inn Candlewood Suites Fairfield Inn and Suites Country Inn & Suites Hyatt Place Homewood Suites Staybridge

Plan on coming early and staying an extra day. You don’t want to miss the places like Crystal Bridges. We will be detailing some of our favorite places over the next few weeks. See all info concerning Quilt Congress here

Lynne Hagmeier will present our program and is offering a full day workshop, as well as a half-day workshop, if there is interest. Signups are required by July 20, that’s one week BEFORE our July 27 meeting. Please contact Lori Jones for details at alliancelori@aol.com.

The Friday, Aug 25, workshop is Clara’s Raised Bed Garden.

If there is enough interest, the Saturday, Aug 26, workshop will be Mini Table Treats.